Senior Electrical Estimator

Description

• Mentors and supports junior estimators, providing guidance on estimating best practices and methodologies.
• Engages in business development efforts, assisting in proposals, presentations, and client negotiations.
• May lead a small team of estimators on large-scale projects.
• Works closely with operations and preconstruction teams to align estimating with project execution goals.
• Leads bid strategy development, bid leveling, and final recommendations to stakeholders.
• Leads the estimating process from conceptual budgeting to final bid submission, ensuring accurate and competitive pricing.
• Follow EIG best practices of preparing for, and leading, project handoff meetings from estimating to construction.
• Provides expert analysis and strategic insights on project costs, proactively identifying risks and opportunities.
• Stays updated on industry trends, pricing fluctuations, and emerging technologies affecting electrical estimating.
• Facilitates and leads pre-bid meetings, scope review discussions, and presentations to clients and executive teams.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with key trade partners, vendors, and suppliers to ensure accurate pricing and resource availability.
• Actively engage with EIG national team to continue to develop processes and procedures, including renewable energy estimating.
• Reviews and validates detailed bid packages, subcontractor proposals, and scopes of work.
• Oversees the preparation of detailed conceptual estimates, cost studies, and variance analyses as designs progress.
• Develops and implements cost-saving strategies, value engineering solutions, and alternative materials or methodologies.

Requirements

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to drive innovative estimating solutions.
• Working familiarity with Microsoft 365 tools, Bluebeam, Plangrid (Autodesk Construction Cloud), and other plan-hosting software solutions.
• Previous field experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field is a plus but not required.
• Expertise in estimating software (Accubid), take-off tools (Accubid Livecount or similar).
• 8+ years of estimating experience in Commercial and Photovoltaic Construction estimating.
• Demonstrates a deep understanding and commitment to the mission and vision of EIG Electrical Systems.
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills, fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to be involved and focused on multiple projects at the same time.
• Occasional travel required to project sites and preconstruction meetings.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex estimates and provide strategic cost insights.
• Experience in Design/Build and Design/Assist projects is preferred.
• Ability to negotiate subcontractor and supplier agreements effectively.
• Ability to meet with clients and perform site investigations on potential projects, including projects that are only accessible by ladders and/or stairwells.
• Prolonged periods working on a computer in an office setting.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance